SAMPARC HIGHER EDUCATION PROJECT
SAMPARC HIGHER EDUCATION PROJECT
SAMPARC Centre, Near Malavli Railway Station, Village- Bhaje, Post-Malavli, Tal. Maval, Dist. Pune.
Project Incharge: Mr. Ajay Gaikwad Mob: +91 9011818570
The SAMPARC Higher Education Project is a pivotal extension of SAMPARC’s long-standing commitment to the holistic development and rehabilitation of orphaned, destitute, and socially marginalized children. Since its inception in 1990 by Shri Amitkumar Banerjee and Smt. Lata Pande, SAMPARC, has offered not just shelter and primary education but has also actively supported children on their journey toward higher education and self-reliance.
In the early years, the focus was primarily on providing primary and secondary education within the children’s homes. However, recognizing the growing aspirations and potential of senior children, the Higher Education Project was formally initiated in 2001. Over the last two decades, this initiative has successfully supported the educational advancement of approximately 900 children, enabling them to pursue professional, technical, and vocational courses across various disciplines.
Each year, around 40 to 50 children complete their SSC (10th Standard) from different SAMPARC Balgrams and are seamlessly integrated into the higher education stream. These students are then supported for an additional 5 to 6 years, depending on the nature of their chosen academic or professional path. The transition from schooling to college life is carefully managed to ensure continuity, confidence, and career-oriented growth.
Currently, 110 senior children are enrolled in colleges and technical institutions across Maharashtra and India, pursuing education in diverse fields such as commerce, science, arts, engineering, nursing, social work, and paramedical sciences. Every year, nearly 20 to 30 students complete their higher education and find placement in reputable organizations, industries, or public service sectors, becoming economically independent and successfully rehabilitated.
The SAMPARC Higher Education Project not only empowers children to pursue their academic dreams but also instils in them a sense of purpose, dignity, and confidence, equipping them to lead fulfilling lives and contribute meaningfully to society. It is a vital bridge between care and independence, reinforcing SAMPARC’s belief that every child is a project deserving long-term support, attention, and opportunity.
Case Study ---
STORY OF CHANGE: Raj (name changed)
Raj (name changed)Raj lost his father at very early childhood. By the time he had two very small sisters. His mother was forced to work as a helper in a construction site. Her earning was very meager, not enough to maintain family properly and to meet basic needs. So, Raj was admitted along with his two small sisters in SAMPARC Balgram, Poynad for care, education and development for bright future. Raj was under the care and upbringing of SAMPARC Balgram, Poynad since the age of 10. He attended school and with proper guidance and tutoring in balgram he scored 91.9% in SSC Board exam and scored 78% in HSC Board exam. He took admission in B.E. (Mechanical) and completed the same and scored 72% in final year. At present he is working in Pune. Both his sisters Purva (name changed) completed Graduation in BA with 82% in Final exam and who is now happily married and is preparing for competitive exams and his younger sister Sakshi (name changed) completed her Graduation and is looking forward towards a bright future.
Output
SAMPARC Children are pursuing Higher Education in various fields. Some children opt for admission in Arts, Commerce, and Science. Some of them have opted Diploma in Technical courses, ITI, Nursing, Polytechnic Engineering, Hotel Management, Commercial Art, Agriculture, Pharmacy etc.
IMPACT
Due to proper care, guidance & educational support to orphan, needy, children are now availing proper opportunity for rehabilitation and finally become independent and see a vision in their life.
ACHIEVEMENTS
Overall as per our record 147 boys & 89 girls are now employed and Financially Independent after completing their higher education with the support of SAMPARC. Additionally 133 girls are now married and are leading a happy married life. 12 Boys also got married
MORE ABOUT SAMPARC HIGHER EDUCATION PROJECT
Once a child completes schooling from SAMPARC Children’s Home the higher education and career guidance of each child is planned taking into consideration results of IQ test, Aptitude test, interest of the child and available opportunities. Right from centralized admission procedure of all the children, documentation for college admission, requisite documents for bank accounts opening- like Aadhar, Pan card, Voter Id & orphan certificate- the Project provides all required guidance to the children. After admission in college, transport facility, hostel accommodations are facilitated by SAMPARC. Children are provided with necessary books, educational materials, uniforms etc and extra coaching classes are arranged as required. After admission the Counsellors monitor the progress of the students regularly through visits to the colleges where children are studying and telephonic conversation with the children.
Also the Project is in regular contact with senior girl children of SAMPARC who are now married to understand and ensure their well-being after marriage.
